Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic ZS7

Its time to look a little more closely at the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic ZS7, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was introduced 3 years earlier than the ZS7 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FS25 matches up versus the ZS7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FS25 has outside measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS7 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic ZS7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FS25 and the ZS7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and ZS7 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS25 and ZS7.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FS25 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.